Building Substitute Teacher - Elementary

Building Substitute Teacher - Elementary

Waterloo Community School District – Cunningham School for Excellence, Waterloo, Iowa

Job : 5692377

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33,088 Per Year

Title: Building Substitute Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: Administrative Support

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Human Resources and assigned building principal

Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for creating an environment which enables each student to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of their regular teacher. A Building Substitute Teacher provides instruction, encourages a student’s progress and manages the learning environment.

Education:

• Appropriate degree(s) earned from an accredited college or university

Certification:

• Substitute Authorization, License, or other qualifying license with the Iowa BOEE

Experience:

• Dependent on specific open position

• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
• Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology
• Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
• Demonstrated experience as a self-starter
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
• Technology Requirements
• Basic computer skills (computer navigation, email, web browser, Employee Portal)
• Intermediate computer skills (Google Suites, search function, student information systems, basis promethean)
• High computer skills (familiarity with Education Tech Tools, Informational systems specific to position)
• Ability to reach all skill levels listed if not already acquired

• Para educators assisting in classroom
• Student teachers as necessary

• Students and families
• All district personnel
• Volunteers
• Community members

• Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time and motivates students to learn and participate.
• Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics and courses of instruction.
• Follow lesson plans as required by the assigned school.
• Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the lesson plans.
• Address the various learning styles of the students accordingly.
• Facilitate the personal, social and intellectual development of students.
• Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district and building rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate professional practices in teaching.
• Effectively assess student performance and provide students with effective feedback.
• Remain present in the classroom and interact with students when class is in session.
• Assist with supervision of hallways, playgrounds and parking lots, as requested between classes and before/after school.
• Discuss any serious problems that may occur while on duty with the building administrator.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building administrator or designee.
• For long‑term assignments, you may be required to:
• Develop appropriate lesson plans.
• Create, administer and grade tests/assignments.
• Participate in parent–teacher conferences.
• Attend school related functions.
• Maintain the safety of students or follow basic safety practices.
• Manage the classroom.
• Creates a learning community that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement and self‑regulation for every student.
• Establishes,…